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Computer Vision Syndrome

THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL SCREENS

Looking at digital screens for long periods can lead to a range of eye and vision problems.

DIGITAL DEVICE USEIS ON THE RISE

And with more people looking at digital screens for longer, cases of Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) are also increasing. It is thought between 50% and 80% of people in developed nations suffer from the condition on a daily basis. Common symptoms of CVS include.

CVS RISKFACTORS

Prolonged screen use: your eyes have to work harder when staring at a screen, adjusting in different directions and changing focus. Our blink rate can almost half and will often squint, causing dry eye.

Computer games: gaming is linked to eyestrain, as the eye is forced to jump frequently between different points of focus.

DID YOU KNOW?

Uncorrected vision conditions such as long-sightedness, astigmatism and presbyopia will make you squint and strain your eyes when using digital devices – increasing your chances of developing Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS).